Which Perpetual Calendar?

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IMHO, I feel that both are totally different in terms of look and presentation of the dial.

The 5023 has a Classic & Vintage look due to the railway chaptered ring and of course the Ardoise colored. The sub-dial is easy on the eye with little distraction and if you prefer a subtle and casual look, this is the one to go for.

The 5032 is build to attract attention with the distinctive white ring, seconds sub-dial and of course the undisputable one of the nicest blue dial I ever see. It bring an elegant and sophisticated touch to the watch and it makes all the numerals and hands stand out.

It really depends on what you have collected so far but it will be great if you can have both eventually. Both have it merits and your personality will help you to make the right decision.

It is not what a watch collector should choose but more to what you will want to put it on your wrist. As for me, I admire the watch I wear more than anyone else and not for the sake of what others think or say......

I hope you have make the right decision and look forward to see the wrist shot of your new incoming PPC.

3,618 Discussions and CommentsMember since 2012-05-09T08:21:43Wellington ,
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KevinJ Wrote:Emir,

I made my decision last December purchasing the 5032 Blue dial and never looked back. IMHO it is the nicest PPC with a perfectly balanced dial and a color unmatched. Good Luck with your decision but I have made my decision.

Kevin

I would have to agree with the "colour unmatched" comment. If it looks this good in the photo's, it must be unreal on your wrist.

By the way, I believe most of you already read the article about it on Hodinkee:

September 19th, 2012http://www.hodinkee.com/blog/just-because-the-iwc-portuguese-perpetual-calendar-in-white-gold-with-a-blue-dial

Below information from B.Clymer is interesting:

"Also, while this watch in white gold with a blue dial is not officially a limited edition, I was told that due to restrictions on the material used to produce this quality of blue for the dial, it is next to impossible to come by and produced in limited quantities. "

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